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Atlanta Trash & Recycling Pickup Schedule (2026)
How residential trash and recycling collection works in Atlanta, with the official schedule lookup. Updated July 2026.
Who picks up: City of Atlanta Department of Public Works — Office of Solid Waste Services.
Garbage and recycling are collected weekly on the same assigned day, with yard trimmings picked up every other week; carts go out by 7 a.m. Single-family homes get 12 free scheduled bulk pickups per year, arranged through ATL311 (311 in the city, 404-546-0311).
Find your collection day
Collection days vary by address — the official lookup below is the authoritative source, including holiday-week changes.
Official collection schedule →Related
About this information: Compiled July 2026 from official local sources. Schedules and rules change — always confirm with the official links above before planning.